An elderly Co Mayo woman whose death went unreported for a number of weeks died from natural causes, it was disclosed today.
The woman's body was discovered in a house near Ballyhaunis at the weekend. It is understood the woman was living with her elderly brother and sister. Her sister had recently been admitted to hospital.
Her body was discovered by chance at the weekend, prompting gardaí to investigate the circumstances surrounding the woman's death. It is understood a visiting doctor found her during a routine visit.
A post-mortem at Mayo General Hospital found the woman died from natural causes.